Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Here are four ways we work to support City Year AmeriCorps member wellbeing and mental health during their service year…
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Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…
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Each May, organizations and communities across the nation celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, coming together to express gratitude to the educators…
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Here’s what “student success coach” means to us and why we believe more schools could benefit from having this additional…
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The City Year Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are City Year’s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
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Throughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…
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Fernecia Humphrey, City Year Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with City Year after the 2022-2023…
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In 2022, City Year, in partnership with Rick Cavender and Harvey Najim, introduced our annual Bridge Builder Award which is…
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In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, City Year AmeriCorps members are exploring the importance of financial literacy for young people’s…
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Did you know that many alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, known as HBCUs, apply to serve with City…
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Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
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One There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…
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